Casa Smith is Smith’s new project dedicated to Italian-inspired wines. The winery currently focuses on three varieties: barbera, sangiovese, and primitivo. Each of the wines comes from a single vineyard and each hits the delicious gong hard. And, for $20, these wines are utterly irresistible.

Barbera is a relative rarity in Washington but the 2014Casa Smith Cervo Barbera Northridge Vineyard Wahluke Slope ($20) shows that the variety clearly can excel here. Aromas of plum, currant and dried herbs lead to a mouthful of juicy fruit flavors. It appeals on every level and, especially for the price, is downright dazzling. Drink up!